Description

4-Hydroxycaprylic Acid is a versatile medium-chain hydroxy fatty acid with significant industrial and research utility. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both a carboxylic acid and a hydroxyl group, makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing specialty chemicals, including polymers, plasticizers, and lubricants. This compound is particularly relevant for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and fine chemical sectors seeking to develop novel formulations and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, leveraging its functional groups for chemical modifications.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Ingredient: Serves as a building block for emollients, surfactants, and viscosity modifiers in skincare and haircare formulations.
• Polymer & Resin Synthesis: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of polyesters, polyurethanes, and other specialty polymers.
• Lubricant & Plasticizer Additive: Incorporated to enhance the performance characteristics of industrial lubricants and polymeric plasticizers.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: A key chiral intermediate for producing flavors, fragrances, and other high-value organic compounds.
• Research & Development: Utilized in biochemical and material science research for studying lipid metabolism and developing new biomaterials.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxycaprylic Acid
CAS No.	7779-55-7
Molecular Formula	C8H16O3
Molecular Weight	160.21 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Hydroxyoctanoic Acid; DL-4-Hydroxycaprylic Acid; (±)-4-Hydroxyoctanoic Acid; 4-Hydroxy-n-octanoic Acid; Octanoic acid, 4-hydroxy-; 4-HOAA
EINECS	231-909-1

Quality Control

Our 4-Hydroxycaprylic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment. We can supply material compliant with various customer-specific standards upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are kept sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	65 - 70 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1 %

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.